Skip to content
person
Sign In
shopping_cart
Cart
Join SME
{{result}}
search
About
play_arrow
play_arrow
About
About SME
History of SME
SME Careers
Contact Us
Board of Directors
Executive Team
Member Council
SME Blog
Press Room
SME Awards & Recognition
Technologies
play_arrow
play_arrow
Technologies
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Automation
Controls
Grinding & Deburring
Lasers
Machining & Metal Cutting
Manufacturing Management
Materials
Quality/Inspection/Test
Smart Manufacturing
Software
Tooling & Workholding
Aerospace & Defense
Energy
Medical
Motorized Vehicles
Events
play_arrow
play_arrow
Events
Events Overview
Upcoming Events
Speaking Opportunities
Engagement Activities
Become a Sponsor
Exhibit at an Event
Upcoming Webinars
open_in_new
Chapter Events
SME Insights
Training
play_arrow
play_arrow
Training
Workforce Development
Training at Tooling U-SME
Certification Programs
Jobs Connection
open_in_new
Additive Manufacturing Certification
Certified Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals (CAMF)
Certified Additive Manufacturing Technician (CAMT)
Certified Manufacturing Technology Sales Engineer (CMTSE)
Electric Vehicle Fundamentals (EVF) Certification
Electric Vehicle Battery Packaging and Assembly (EVBPA) Certification
Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals (RMF) Certification
Technical Certification
Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA)
Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT)
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
Lean Certification
Bronze Level
Silver Level
Gold Level
Lean Knowledge Certificate
Certification Resources
Engage
play_arrow
play_arrow
Engage
Engage Overview
Develop through SME
Build through SME
Improve through SME
Connect through SME
SME Communities
Engagement Activities
Manufacturing Day
Attend a Webinar
open_in_new
Volunteer Opportunities
SME Local Chapters
Be a Guest Speaker
Education
play_arrow
play_arrow
Education
Students
Educators
Donate Now
open_in_new
SME Education Foundation
open_in_new
Education with Tooling-U SME
open_in_new
NAMRI | SME
Membership
play_arrow
play_arrow
Membership
Become a Member
Member Resources
Member Benefits
SME Chapter Directory
Contact Membership
Media
play_arrow
play_arrow
Media
SME Media
Advertise With Us
Media Guide, Ed. Calendars and More
Contact SME Media
Webinars
News Articles
Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine
Manufacturing Weekly eNewsletter
White Papers
Subscribe
Industry Reports
ME Source Guide
open_in_new
Podcasts
Journals and Research Publications
Books/DVDs
Tech Papers
Voices AMplified
menu
close
menu
{{result}}
search
SME
Media
Industry Reports
Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Industry Report
2019 Aerospace & Defense Yearbook
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Yearbook 2019
The 2019 edition of the Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Yearbook is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
View Digital Yearbook
Industry Remains Strong Amid Controversy, Anticipated Changes
September 9, 2019
Deloitte predicts the A&D industry will continue its growth trajectory in 2019, led by growing commercial aircraft production and strong defense spending. Reuters reported in mid-June that the “$150-billion-a-year commercial aircraft industry is entering a slowdown due to global pressures from trade tensions to flagging economies.”
By
Mark L. Michalski
2019 SME President,
SME Member Since 1992
Aerospace & Defense
Expert Opinion
Five Trends to Watch for This Year
September 6, 2019
The global aerospace and defense (A&D) business landscape is undergoing significant disruption driven by a keen focus on innovation and digital transformation, and geopolitical situations. Despite some future uncertainty, demand for commercial aerospace and defense in 2018 finished with a continued, upbeat industry outlook.
By
John Kenkel
VP of Strategy,
Cyient
Aerospace & Defense
Outlook
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
CBO: ‘Golden Dome’ Shield Will Cost Over $1.2 Trillion
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
Protecting America from missiles launched by adversaries will cost a lot more than Defense Department estimated, the CBO said.
PRESS RELEASES
Faro Creaform Debuts Timesaving Update for Laser Line Probe Portfolio
PRESS RELEASE: Faro Creaform
May 15, 2026
FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announces an update for its Laser Line Probe (LLP) portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
Tesla Ends Production of Model S, X Electric Vehicles
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
The final Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV electric vehicles have been produced. The vehicles were manufactured this week at Tesla Inc.’s Fremont, Calif., auto plant.
Tech View
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
CBO: ‘Golden Dome’ Shield Will Cost Over $1.2 Trillion
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
Protecting America from missiles launched by adversaries will cost a lot more than Defense Department estimated, the CBO said.
PRESS RELEASES
Faro Creaform Debuts Timesaving Update for Laser Line Probe Portfolio
PRESS RELEASE: Faro Creaform
May 15, 2026
FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announces an update for its Laser Line Probe (LLP) portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
Tesla Ends Production of Model S, X Electric Vehicles
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
The final Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV electric vehicles have been produced. The vehicles were manufactured this week at Tesla Inc.’s Fremont, Calif., auto plant.
Aerospace Manufacturing
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
CBO: ‘Golden Dome’ Shield Will Cost Over $1.2 Trillion
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
Protecting America from missiles launched by adversaries will cost a lot more than Defense Department estimated, the CBO said.
PRESS RELEASES
Faro Creaform Debuts Timesaving Update for Laser Line Probe Portfolio
PRESS RELEASE: Faro Creaform
May 15, 2026
FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announces an update for its Laser Line Probe (LLP) portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
Tesla Ends Production of Model S, X Electric Vehicles
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
The final Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV electric vehicles have been produced. The vehicles were manufactured this week at Tesla Inc.’s Fremont, Calif., auto plant.
Machines & Automation
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
CBO: ‘Golden Dome’ Shield Will Cost Over $1.2 Trillion
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
Protecting America from missiles launched by adversaries will cost a lot more than Defense Department estimated, the CBO said.
PRESS RELEASES
Faro Creaform Debuts Timesaving Update for Laser Line Probe Portfolio
PRESS RELEASE: Faro Creaform
May 15, 2026
FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announces an update for its Laser Line Probe (LLP) portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
Tesla Ends Production of Model S, X Electric Vehicles
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
The final Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV electric vehicles have been produced. The vehicles were manufactured this week at Tesla Inc.’s Fremont, Calif., auto plant.
Smart Manufacturing
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
CBO: ‘Golden Dome’ Shield Will Cost Over $1.2 Trillion
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
Protecting America from missiles launched by adversaries will cost a lot more than Defense Department estimated, the CBO said.
PRESS RELEASES
Faro Creaform Debuts Timesaving Update for Laser Line Probe Portfolio
PRESS RELEASE: Faro Creaform
May 15, 2026
FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announces an update for its Laser Line Probe (LLP) portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
Tesla Ends Production of Model S, X Electric Vehicles
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
The final Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV electric vehicles have been produced. The vehicles were manufactured this week at Tesla Inc.’s Fremont, Calif., auto plant.
Workforce
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
CBO: ‘Golden Dome’ Shield Will Cost Over $1.2 Trillion
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
Protecting America from missiles launched by adversaries will cost a lot more than Defense Department estimated, the CBO said.
PRESS RELEASES
Faro Creaform Debuts Timesaving Update for Laser Line Probe Portfolio
PRESS RELEASE: Faro Creaform
May 15, 2026
FARO CREAFORM, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announces an update for its Laser Line Probe (LLP) portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
Tesla Ends Production of Model S, X Electric Vehicles
Michael McConnell
May 15, 2026
The final Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV electric vehicles have been produced. The vehicles were manufactured this week at Tesla Inc.’s Fremont, Calif., auto plant.
